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Liquor Regulators Are Seeking Revenge on Bars That Broke Pandemic Rules

"The people who violated the governor's mandates and orders should face some consequences," a Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board member said in 2022.

Reason · Feb 22, 2024

A veteran’s fight for GI Bill benefits, how Chicago’s green river tradition began and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a five-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 10, 2023

A 61-year-old tradition: How and why Chicago dyes the Chicago River emerald green

The 61-year-old tradition is happening again this weekend a few hours before the start of the downtown Chicago St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 10, 2023